While burning herbs for their smoke—a practice commonly known today as smudging—may seem like a new-age trend, the ritual actually originated centuries ago, with Indigenous People in North America. "This ritual features all four elements: water, Earth, fire, and air," explains Reiki master and Moodrie founder Jessie Quinn. "In traditional practices, a shell is used …
Fruits and vegetables can taste as complex as any fine wine—so maybe we should appreciate them that way. In fact, one revolutionary approach to savoring produce is turning a whole-foods diet into a full sensory experience. As the stepdaughter of a U.K. wine importer, dietitian and food educator Amanda Archibald watched the wine industry open …
Drinking cocoa is a great way to warm up after a day spent playing in the snow or to satisfy a craving for something sweet. However, it also has some pretty impressive health benefits, scientists now say. A new study from the University of Birmingham discovered that blood vessels functioned better during times of intense …
Credit: Getty / Simon Winnall Free radicals and genetics play a part in how your hair ages, but these products can help. Start Slideshow Credit: Getty / Simon Winnall Everyone wants to age gracefully—and we know how to do it. Follow along with Live Well for beauty tips, exercise routines, and lifestyle changes to make …
I'm a healthy person in my 30s, and when it was finally my turn to get the COVID-19 vaccine, I figured I'd do just fine. While that's mostly true, things didn't go as seamlessly as I thought they would. I had some pretty severe soreness in my arm after receiving my first dose of the …
Weighted blankets have become a bedroom staple for those who struggle to fall or stay asleep. According to a recent study in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine, 42% of people with sleep issues can benefit from a weighted blanket. A natural alternative to over-the-counter sleep aids, weighted blankets help ease anxiety by applying deep …
Coffee lovers will tell you that every time of day is the best time to drink coffee; however experts say that there is an ideal time to sip a cup of joe in order to really reap the benefits of that caffeine boost. "If you are someone who has average tolerance to caffeine, then after …
If you've found yourself living a more sedentary life due to COVID or you're simply bent over a computer screen for most of your waking hours, you might be looking for more ways to get active. But busy schedules mean it might feel impossible to find time to take a break and center yourself. Enter …
Even though we're constantly reminded of the benefits of staying hydrated, drinking enough water can be a tricky business. The same is true even after you've become one with your water bottle-once it feels like an appendage, it can be difficult to put it down. After a while, you may start to wonder if you're …
Sensitive teeth can be bothersome at best and downright excruciating at worst—but that doesn't mean that this ailment is one you need to accept as part of everyday life. When it comes to generalized dental sensitivity, there are several causes (and solutions!) for the aching pain. While some cases of tooth sensitivity will require medical …